Buying Property: Tips, Guides & Advice
Read the latest buying property tips, guides & advice from Domain's team of industry leading professionals.
First time home buyers: The ultimate guide to buying your first home
Buying your first home is an exciting time, but it can also be challenging if you don’t know where to start. Find out in this comprehensive guide.
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The surprising upsides of apartment living for families
Alice Stolz|May 8, 2023
Many families are embracing apartment living, with affordability, shared facilities and a sense of community appealing to buyers.
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'There’s no compromise': What wealthy downsizers are looking for
Kate Farrelly|May 2, 2023
Many of today’s downsizers have a deep appreciation for the finer things in life, and deep pockets to match.
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One simple trick to beat property’s biggest pain point
Daniel Butkovich|Apr 5, 2023
If you’re on the hunt for a property, there’s a simple way to find out how much homes actually sell for.
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Opportunities for buyers: What you need to know to buy a home before prices rise again
Sue Williams|Mar 29, 2023
Property prices have softened, the rate rise cycle is nearing its end and it’s taking less time to save up a deposit, so this could finally be the ideal time to buy a home.
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7 ways to get into the property market quicker than your mates
Daniel Butkovich|Mar 22, 2023
Savvy first-home buyers can use multiple strategies to shave years off the time it takes to build up enough money to buy, and not all of these tactics require dramatic lifestyle changes.
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How valuable is a never-to-be-built-out view?
Kate Jones|Mar 14, 2023
Whether it be calming waters or the silhouette of city towers, a visually appealing aspect is a hot commodity in the housing market.
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Tips for upsizing in today's property market
Kate Jones|Mar 9, 2023
Upgrading to a larger home in today’s property market takes some careful planning. Ahead are some steps to consider when navigating the finances involved in moving to a bigger place.
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Why you might need to break up with your favourite suburb
Daniel Butkovich|Feb 27, 2023
If prices in your favourite suburb don’t match your budget, it could be time to broaden your search.
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How the property cycle works and how to use it to your advantage
Kate Farrelly|Feb 13, 2023
Property prices tend to follow a pattern of upswings and downturns, but there are ways home buyers and sellers can capitalise on the different phases of the market.
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The shrinking price gap that's made it cheaper to upsize
Daniel Butkovich|Feb 2, 2023
A narrowing price gap could create opportunities for upsizing home owners looking to take advantage of this year’s buyer’s market.
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